Two novel VPS33B mutations in a patient with arthrogryposis, renal dysfunction and cholestasis syndrome in mainland China.

abstract：:Cystic formations within the liver are a frequent finding among populations. Besides the common cystic lesions, like simple liver cysts, rare cystic liver lesions like cystadenocarcinoma should also be considered in the differential diagnosis. Thorough knowledge of each entity's nature and course are key elements to s...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Bakoyiannis A,Delis S,Triantopoulou C,Dervenis C

更新日期：2013-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the growth inhibitory mechanism of four caged xanthones from Garcinia hanburyi in cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) KKU-100 and KKU-M156 cells. METHODS:Four caged xanthones, selected on the basis of their anticancer potency and chemical structure diversities (i.e. isomorellin, isomorellinol, forbesione and g...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Hahnvajanawong C,Boonyanugomol W,Nasomyon T,Loilome W,Namwat N,Anantachoke N,Tassaneeyakul W,Sripa B,Namwat W,Reutrakul V

更新日期：2010-05-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the efficacy of stents in treating patients with anastomotic site obstructions due to cancer recurrence following colorectal surgery. METHODS:The medical records of patients who underwent endoscopic self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) insertion for colorectal obstructions between February 2004 and Janua...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Kim JH,Lee JJ,Cho JH,Kim KO,Chung JW,Kim YJ,Kwon KA,Park DK,Kim JH

更新日期：2014-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Different strains of bifidobacteria were analysed for their effects on HT-29 intestinal epithelial cells (IECs) in in vitro models both of the non-inflamed and inflamed intestinal epithelium. METHODS:A reporter gene system in HT-29 cells was used to measure levels of NF-kappaB activation after challenge with bifid...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Riedel CU,Foata F,Philippe D,Adolfsson O,Eikmanns BJ,Blum S

更新日期：2006-06-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Metastatic breast cancer involving the hepatobiliary tract or ascites secondary to peritoneal carcinomatosis has been well described. Luminal gastrointestinal tract involvement is less common and recognition of the range of possible presentations is important for early and accurate diagnosis and treatment. We report 6...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Nazareno J,Taves D,Preiksaitis HG

更新日期：2006-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To compare long-term occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) between two different types of peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) for achalasia. METHODS:We included all patients with achalasia who underwent POEM at our hospital from August 2011 to October 2012 and had complete GERD evaluation with ≥ 3 yea...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Wang XH,Tan YY,Zhu HY,Li CJ,Liu DL

更新日期：2016-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Peritoneal carcinomatosis (PC) is one manifestation of metastatic colorectal cancer (CRC). Tumor growth on intestinal surfaces and associated fluid accumulation eventually result in bowel obstruction and incapacitating levels of ascites, which profoundly affect the quality of life for affected patients. PC appears res...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Klaver YL,Lemmens VE,Nienhuijs SW,Luyer MD,de Hingh IH

更新日期：2012-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the effects of exogenous melatonin on bacterial translocation and apoptosis in a rat ulcerative colitis model. METHODS:Rats were randomly assigned to three groups: group I: control, group II: experimental colitis, group III: colitis plus melatonin treatment. On d 11 after colitis, plasma tumor necro...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Akcan A,Kucuk C,Sozuer E,Esel D,Akyildiz H,Akgun H,Muhtaroglu S,Aritas Y

更新日期：2008-02-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neoadjuvant chemotherapy is currently recommended as preoperative treatment for locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC); however, evaluation of treatment response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy is still challenging. AIM:To create a multi-modal radiomics model to assess therapeutic response after neoadjuvant chem...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Li ZY,Wang XD,Li M,Liu XJ,Ye Z,Song B,Yuan F,Yuan Y,Xia CC,Zhang X,Li Q

更新日期：2020-05-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate whether ANNs and LDA could recognize patients with ABG in a database, containing only clinical and biochemical variables, of a pool of patients with and without ABG, by selecting the most predictive variables and by reducing input data to the minimum. METHODS:Data was collected from 350 consecutive ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Lahner E,Grossi E,Intraligi M,Buscema M,Corleto VD,Delle Fave G,Annibale B

更新日期：2005-10-07 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To compare prevalence rates of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) between Hispanics of Mexican origin and Hispanics of Dominican and Puerto Rican origin. METHODS:We evaluated prevalence rates of NAFLD between the two largest sub-populations of Hispanics in the United States; Hispanics of Mexican origin and ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Fleischman MW,Budoff M,Zeb I,Li D,Foster T

更新日期：2014-05-07 00:00:00

abstract：:The overall survival for patients with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is still limited. Although the multi-kinase inhibitor sorafenib has recently been approved for this disease, response rates are still low and patients often face dose-limiting toxicities which lead to a reduction in prognosis and treatment ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Wich C,Agaimy A,Strobel D,Wissniowski TT,Hartmann A,Ocker M

更新日期：2010-07-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese surgical treatment for anal fistulae with secondary tracks and abscess. METHODS:Sixty patients with intersphincteric or transsphincteric anal fistulas with secondary tracks and abscess were randomly divided into study group [suture dragging combined with p...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Wang C,Lu JG,Cao YQ,Yao YB,Guo XT,Yin HQ

更新日期：2012-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To analyze the current available evidence of Kudo's pit pattern classification for diagnosing colorectal neoplasms. METHODS:A search was performed on Pubmed/Embase to identify studies reporting the outcomes of the pit pattern classification in colorectal polyps. Retrieved records were evaluated and selected by two...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Li M,Ali SM,Umm-a-OmarahGilani S,Liu J,Li YQ,Zuo XL

更新日期：2014-09-21 00:00:00

abstract：:We review the case of a 74-year-old patient with advanced colon cancer who suffered recurrent bouts of hypoglycemia. A state of inappropriate, non-suppressed hyperinsulinism in the presence of severe hypoglycemia was diagnosed. We finally discuss the known mechanisms behind fasting hypoglycemia in patients with advanc...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Díaz R,Aparicio J,Mendizábal A,Faus M,Fleitas T,Aparisi F,Martín M

更新日期：2008-03-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To examine an increased risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma is restricted to patients who develop Barrett's esophagus or whether esophagitis per se is a risk factor for adenocarcinoma. METHODS:A population-based cohort of patients with histological evidence of esophagitis without Barrett's esophagus was constructed ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Murphy SJ,Anderson LA,Johnston BT,Fitzpatrick DA,Watson PR,Monaghan P,Murray LJ

更新日期：2005-12-14 00:00:00

abstract：:The nasogastric tube (NGT) has become a frequently used device to alleviate gastrointestinal symptoms. Nasogastric tube syndrome (NTS) is an uncommon but potentially life-threatening complication of an indwelling NGT. NTS is characterized by acute upper airway obstruction due to bilateral vocal cord paralysis. We repo...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Sano N,Yamamoto M,Nagai K,Yamada K,Ohkohchi N

更新日期：2016-04-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate if non-peptidic small molecular inhibitors of the p53-HDM2 interaction could restore p53 function and kill tumor cells. METHODS:A series of non-peptidic small HDM2 inhibitors were designed by computer-aided model and synthesized by chemical method. Syl-155 was one of these inhibitors. Cytotoxic effe...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Li WD,Wang MJ,Ding F,Yin DL,Liu ZH

更新日期：2005-05-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Port site hernia develops through a fascial or peritoneal layer that was inadequate or not repaired. It is a rare complication of laparoscopic surgery which may lead to serious problems. Here, we present a 77-year-old female, diagnosed with a small bowel hernia through a 10-mm port site. We had performed ten cases of ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Lee JH,Kim W

更新日期：2008-11-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the effect of hepatitis B virus (HBV) specific immunoglobin (HBIG) and lamivudine on HBV intrauterine transmission in HBsAg positive pregnant women. METHODS:Each subject in the HBIG group (56 cases) was given 200 IU HBIG intramuscularly (im.) every 4 weeks from 28-week (wk) of gestation, while each ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Li XM,Yang YB,Hou HY,Shi ZJ,Shen HM,Teng BQ,Li AM,Shi MF,Zou L

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the procedure, feasibility and effects of laparoscope-assisted continuous circulatory hyperthermic intraperitoneal perfusion chemotherapy (CHIPC) in treatment of malignant ascites induced by peritoneal carcinomatosis from gastric cancers. METHODS:From August 2006 to March 2008, the laparoscopic appr...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Ba MC,Cui SZ,Lin SQ,Tang YQ,Wu YB,Wang B,Zhang XL

更新日期：2010-04-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-beta), a prototype of multifunctional cytokine, is a key regulator of extracellular matrix (ECM) assembly and remodeling. Specifically, TGF-beta isoforms have the ability to induce the expression of ECM proteins in mesenchymal cells, and to stimulate the production of protease inhi...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Verrecchia F,Mauviel A

更新日期：2007-06-14 00:00:00

abstract：:A primary clear cell adenocarcinoma of the colon is a rare oncologic entity. We herein report a case of such a tumor of the sigmoid colon in a 71-year-old woman who was successfully treated by an endoscopic polypectomy in our hospital. We also reviewed the published reports regarding cases of primary clear cell tumors...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Soga K,Konishi H,Tatsumi N,Konishi C,Nakano K,Wakabayashi N,Mitsufuji S,Kataoka K,Okanoue T,Mukaisho K,Hattori T

更新日期：2008-02-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To demonstrate that caudate lobectomy is a valid treatment in cases of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) rupture in the caudate lobe based on our experience with the largest case series reported to date. METHODS:A retrospective study of eight patients presenting with spontaneous rupture and hemorrhage of HCC in the c...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Hong DF,Liu YB,Peng SY,Pang JZ,Wang ZF,Cheng J,Shen GL,Zhang YB

更新日期：2015-07-14 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of Barrett's metaplasia (BM) as well as Barrett's adenocarcinoma (BA) has been increasing in western populations. The prognosis of BA is worse because individuals present at a late stage. Attempts have been made to intervene at early stage using surveillance programmes, although proof of efficacy of endo...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Ishaq S,Jankowski JA

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate the effectiveness of antioxidant compounds in modulating mitochondrial oxidative alterations and lipids accumulation in fatty hepatocytes. METHODS:Silybin-phospholipid complex containing vitamin E (Realsil(®)) was daily administered by gavage (one pouch diluted in 3 mL of water and containing 15 mg ...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Grattagliano I,Diogo CV,Mastrodonato M,de Bari O,Persichella M,Wang DQ,Liquori A,Ferri D,Carratù MR,Oliveira PJ,Portincasa P

更新日期：2013-05-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To perform a meta-analysis of observational studies to further elucidate the relationship between oral bisphosphonate use and gastrointestinal cancer risk. METHODS:Systematic literature search was conducted in MEDLINE, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library to identify studies through January 2011. Search terms were "bi...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Oh YH,Yoon C,Park SM

更新日期：2012-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate whether potent acid inhibition is effective in non-erosive reflux disease (NERD) refractory to standard rabeprazole (RPZ) treatment. METHODS:We treated 10 Japanese patients with NERD resistant to standard dosages of RPZ: 10 mg or 20 mg od, 20 mg bid, or 10 mg qid for 14 d. All patients completed a f...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Sugimoto M,Nishino M,Kodaira C,Yamade M,Uotani T,Ikuma M,Umemura K,Furuta T

更新日期：2011-04-14 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of pedunculated Brunner's gland hamartoma (BGH) of the duodenum causing upper gastrointestinal (GI) hemorrhage is reported. The patient was a 47-year-old man who visited our hospital for further evaluation of tarry stools and shortness of breath. Endoscopic examination of the upper digestive tract revealed a la...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Hirasaki S,Kubo M,Inoue A,Miyake Y,Oshiro H

更新日期：2009-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To investigate genetic factors that might help define which Crohn's disease (CD) patients are likely to benefit from anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) therapy. METHODS:This was a prospective cohort study. Patients were recruited from a university digestive disease practice database. We included CD patients who rece...

journal_title：World journal of gastroenterology

authors： Netz U,Carter JV,Eichenberger MR,Dryden GW,Pan J,Rai SN,Galandiuk S

更新日期：2017-07-21 00:00:00